At least 600 people have died from an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), with confirmed cases rising to 1,759. The surge occurs as healthcare workers in the Ituri province threaten to strike due to unpaid wages and bonuses, a move that could disrupt clinical trials for the Bundibugyo virus. What … Read more
The 60th edition of the Carthage International Festival will host a lineup of major Arab and international stars, including Mayada El Hennawy, Cheb Khaled, and Majida El Roumi, according to an official source via the TAP agency. This anniversary celebration marks the return of several performers to the Carthage Roman Theater. Who are the headliners … Read more
A new Ebola case in the Democratic Republic of Congo has been detected nearly 600 kilometers from the original outbreak hotspot, according to France 24. Concurrently, the United Nations reports a human rights catastrophe is unfolding in Sudan surrounding the besieged city of al-Obeid. Why is the Ebola outbreak in the DRC expanding? The detection … Read more
WhatsApp is transitioning to a username-based identification system, allowing users to connect without sharing personal phone numbers. The Meta-owned platform, which serves over three billion users globally, announced that the feature will roll out gradually over the coming months to enhance privacy and reduce the necessity of exchanging digits with new acquaintances. How the WhatsApp … Read more
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has expanded to Haut-Uele province, marking the fourth region affected by the current viral haemorrhagic fever crisis. According to an update from the DRC, the country has recorded 1,307 confirmed cases and 377 deaths as of June 30, 2026. How did the virus reach … Read more
The Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has confirmed an imported case of the Bundibugyo Ebola virus in France, involving a health worker who recently returned from the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). The agency reports the individual remained symptom-free while traveling. How does international surveillance respond to imported Ebola cases? … Read more
Kenyan police arrested 355 people and deployed tear gas in Nairobi on Thursday as families of victims from the June 2024 anti-government protests marched to Parliament. Demonstrators demanded transparency in government-promised compensation and justice for the at least 60 individuals killed during police crackdowns on tax-hike protests, according to reports by The Associated Press. Why … Read more
South Africa secured a place in the FIFA World Cup knockout stages following a 1-0 victory over South Korea, as Relebohile Maseko scored the decisive goal in the 63rd minute. The result, confirmed by official match reports, leaves South Africa set to face co-hosts Canada in Los Angeles on June 28, while Mexico concludes the … Read more
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has surpassed 1,000 confirmed cases, according to the Ministry of Health. As of June 22, 2026, the virus has claimed 254 lives, with health officials warning that ongoing violence and mass displacement in the Ituri province continue to hinder containment efforts and contact tracing. … Read more
The Wajir County Department of Livestock and Veterinary Services is currently deploying a mass vaccination and deworming campaign targeting 250,000 animals to curb the spread of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD), Peste des Petits Ruminants (PPR), and Contagious Caprine Pleuropneumonia (CCPP). Supported by the British Red Cross, Kenya Red Cross Society, and the national Food … Read more